Uintah County, Utah
Farm Programs & Local Resources
Last Updated: March 2026 | Always verify with your local USDA office. Report an error
Situated in the Uinta Basin with the high Uinta Mountains forming the northern boundary and the Tavaputs Plateau to the south, drained by the Green River and its tributaries. Oil and gas development coexists with agriculture across the basin landscape.
Irrigated hay production and cattle ranching dominate the agricultural sector, with water from the Green River system and mountain tributaries supporting alfalfa and grass hay production. Livestock operations combine valley irrigation with extensive grazing on both private and public rangelands.
Quick Facts
| Region | Northeast Utah |
| Top Commodities | Cattle & calves, Corn, Sheep, Vegetables, Horses, Goats |
| Farms & Ranches | ~420 (approx.) |
| Agricultural Land | ~1,870,000 acres |
| Average Farm Size | ~1,800 acres |
Find Your Local USDA Offices
Your nearest USDA Service Center houses both NRCS and FSA under one roof.
Find your Service Center:
Search for "Uintah County" to find your local NRCS and FSA offices.
What to do when you call: Ask for a conservation planner (EQIP/CSP) or loan officer (FSA). Mention your operation type and planned improvements.
Programs for Uintah County Operations
Based on Uintah County's agricultural profile, these programs are most relevant:
EQIP programs emphasize irrigation efficiency and rangeland health improvements in coordination with energy development activities. Conservation practices focus on maintaining agricultural productivity while accommodating industrial land uses in the basin.
Not sure which programs fit? Run our free eligibility screener — 2 minutes, personalized action packet.
Local Conservation Priorities
EQIP applications addressing local priorities score higher in ranking.
We don't have Uintah County's specific LWG priorities yet.
Ask your local NRCS office: "What are the priority resource concerns in Uintah County?"
Your Next Steps in Uintah County
- Run the eligibility screener: Free Screener
- Find your USDA Service Center: Service Center Locator
- Read the Utah guide: Utah Farm Programs Guide
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